Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Corcoran Funeral Home

20 South Main Street

Plains, Pennsylvania

Attilio Giovanelli Obituary

Attilio "Tee" Giovanelli, 75, of Plains Twp., passed away Thursday morning, Jan. 5, 2023, at Allied Services Hospice, Meade Street, Wilkes-Barre.

Born in Plains Twp., he was the son of the late Mario Sr. and Susan Bruno Giovanelli. Tee was a graduate of Scranton State School of the Deaf.

He was a member of the Pennsylvania Society for the Advancement of the Deaf, a past member of the Wilkes-Barre Society of the Deaf, and was very active in the deaf community.

He was an avid Penn State football, San Francisco 49ers and San Francisco Giants fan. Tee was also a very supportive fan of all youth sports in Plains Twp. and Coughlin High School sports.

He was a member of Ss. Peter and Paul Church, Plains Twp.

Tee was a gentle soul with a huge smile and beautiful heart.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Eugene L. Giovanelli; great-niece, Hailey Woods; and his dog, Jasmine.

Surviving are his brother, Mario Giovanelli and his companion, Lisa Giovannini, Plains; nephews, Mark, Adam and Nicholas Giovanelli; niece, Christina Woods; and his beloved dog, Cindy.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in Ss. Peter and Paul Church, 13 Hudson Road, Plains Twp., with the Rev. John C. Lambert, pastor, officiating. Those attending the funeral Mass should go directly to church. A livestream will be on Ss. Peter and Paul Parish Facebook page.

Private inurnment will be held at the convenience of the family in Italian Independent Cemetery, West Wyoming. Family and friends may call from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday at Corcoran Funeral Home Inc., 20 S. Main St., Plains Twp.

Memorial donations may be made to the Scranton School for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children, 537 Venard Road, Clarks Summit, PA 18411 in Tee's memory.

For information or to leave Tee's family a message of condolence, visit www.corcoranfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Citizens Voice from Jan. 6 to Jan. 7, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Attilio Giovanelli

Sponsored by Corcoran Funeral Home.

Not sure what to say?





William

December 30, 2023

Dear Families and Friends,
We learned of the sudden death of my best friend Attilio on this planet. The shock was great one. But he went as he would have wished quickly and without suffering. That should be some consolation to you.
We send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We hope that time will soon heal your sorrow.
Affectionately,
June and Bill Moran
Austin, Texas

Michael O'Leary

January 8, 2023

My condelence is with him and his family and friends. I was fun with him when we were young Boy Scout camp in Goosepond I never forgot. He was funny man and nice boy. I miss him.

Bill Moran

January 8, 2023

One of my cherished memories with Al was the time we grow up together and went to Scranton State School of the Deaf from elementary to high school. So, I´d to take this time to thank Al for everything he taught me about sports. Thank you, Al

Joseph Barkovitz

January 8, 2023

Sending Prayers to Mario and Family . So sorry for the loss of your brother.

Michael Yanchuk

January 7, 2023

Mario and family. So sorry about Tee. Our family will miss him very much. We always enjoyed his visits and had fun doing things with him like Chocolate World in Hershey. I had fun taking him to the Big 33 Games in the Hersheypark Stadium. He loved football and seeing the top players in PA playing in that game.

John Thomas

January 7, 2023

My condolences to Al´s family. To describe Al in one word would be - Loyalty. He was fiercely loyal to his fav teams especially Coughlin Football and to his friends he was loyal unconditionally! He was one great man. Love you and so long my friend

Terrence Shostak

January 7, 2023

Denise and JP Meck

January 7, 2023

Mario, please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your brother. He was such a friendly guy who was always interested in sporting events.

Steve and Melissa Mahle - Hanover Twp., PA

January 7, 2023

Mario, our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May you get through this difficult time through the love and comfort of family and friends. God bless.

Sharon Serafin Butry

January 7, 2023

My deepest sympathy to the Giovanelli Family . He was my guardian angel many years ago when he got the police to an accident I was involved in. I will never forget him he's a good man who will be deeply missed. Prayers to his family

cheryl kotch

January 6, 2023

So sorry Mario for you loss. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ted Kehagias

January 6, 2023

Mario, my deepest sympathies. I am so sorry to hear of your brother´s passing. I know you were both close and you love him dearly. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

JAMES Shandra Jr

January 6, 2023

My Condolence to the Family of Attilio Giovanelli, He was a good friend to many including myself going to miss taking him out for pizza and other events.

Judy Vobroucek and Nick Giovanelli

January 6, 2023

Mario- my sincerest condolences for you at this time. You have my deepest sympathy and unwavering support. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. Tee will be missed.

Walter K Fish

January 6, 2023

Walter Fish

January 6, 2023

carolyn

January 6, 2023

In my deepest condolences to loss him He is good and funny guy I knew him at deaf school Scranton
Usually gave him a ride to deaf church sometimes

Donald Clark

January 6, 2023

Al and I grew up together in school. We always had a great time and lots of laughs. He was one of my best friends. He will be missed by all of us.

Donald Clark

January 6, 2023

Al and I have been best friends since school. We were always laughing and joking around. We always had a great time together with our group of friends. We will miss you very much Al!

Francis Perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis Perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis Perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis and Tammy Perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis &Tammy said, very sorry that Attilio was passedway. All deaf people knew him for many years. He always talking, joking, laughing at wilkes-Barre deaf club .Never forget him. goodbye attilio gone to heaven and peace. From Francis and Tammy Perrella

Francis and Tammy Perrella

January 6, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Francis perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis perrella

January 6, 2023

Francis perrella

January 6, 2023

Joe Gonda

January 6, 2023

Very sorry for your loss prayers and blessings for your family

Showing 1 - 38 of 38 results

Make a Donation
in Attilio Giovanelli's name

Memorial Events
for Attilio Giovanelli

Jan

8

Calling hours

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Corcoran Funeral Home

20 South Main Street, Plains, PA 18705

Jan

9

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

Ss. Peter and Paul Church

13 Hudson Road, Plains Twp, PA

Funeral services provided by:

Corcoran Funeral Home

20 South Main Street, Plains, PA 18705

How to support Attilio's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Attilio Giovanelli's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more